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Internal Auditor - Finance Specialist 2
- State of Minnesota (St. Paul, MN)
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Working Title: Internal Auditor
Job Class: Finance Specialist 2
Agency: Mn Management & Budget
+ **Job ID** : 90019
+ **Location** : St. Paul
+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes
+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time
+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited
+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers and bidders simultaneously
+ **Date Posted** : 11/04/2025
+ **Closing Date** : 11/17/2025
+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Mn Management & Budget / Mn Mgmt & Budget - MAPE
+ **Division/Unit** : Debt Management / Internal Audit
+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift
+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday
+ **Travel Required** : No
+ **Salary Range:** $33.48 - $49.66 / hourly; $69,906 - $103,690 / annually
+ **Classified Status** : Classified
+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
+ **FLSA Status** : Exempt - Administrative
+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Minnesota Management and Budget’s (MMB) Statewide Internal Audit Office is seeking an internal auditor to plan and perform audits and special reviews as assigned by the Statewide Internal Audit Director. This position will help agencies across the enterprise, protect State assets with appropriate internal controls; recommend improvements in policies, procedures, practices and controls; provide assurance to management that proper controls, reviews, risk management and governance processes are in place; and provide consultative services to the enterprise.
Job duties for this position include:
+ Plan, administer, and execute financial, compliance, and/or program audits, reviews, and consulting engagements of internal operations.
+ Collaborate with agency stakeholders while carrying out audit/advisory engagement.Engage in communication regarding all aspects of the engagement.
+ Prepare audit documents in a manner that ensures audit and review objectives, scope and approach are clearly stated and followed; evidence is reviewed and tested, documentation is repeatable, organized and supports conclusions; opinions and recommendations are appropriate; and reports are well-written and meet agency, accessibility and professional standards.
+ Provide advisory services, as requested, and participate in discussions on key internal controls issues that plan, decide, direct, implement and create policy that impacts internal controls over a wide variety of program areas.
+ Participate in projects that lead to improved internal controls and enhance security of State financial transactions, assets, and protected data.
This position is currently eligible for up to 50% hybrid telework to applicants who either reside in Minnesota **or** a bordering state and within 50 miles of the work location.
Minimum Qualifications
+ Three (3) years of demonstrated experience applying auditing principles, including operational audit techniques, governmental auditing, information systems auditing, generally accepted accounting principles, or related management consulting work.
*A bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field may substitute for 1 year of experience.
+ Experience conducting audit testing to identify reportable issues, assess risk, and document findings according to established procedures.
+ Skills in analyzing financial or operational data, identifying issues, and recommending practical solutions to support decision-making.
+ Computer skills sufficient to use Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams) for document creation, data tasks, and team collaboration.
+ Ability to work independently and objectively, demonstrating integrity and sound judgment when reviewing records and making recommendations.
+ Knowledge of professional auditing standards, such as those from the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) and/or the Government Accountability Office (GAO).
+ Demonstrated respect for diversity and a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive and collaborative work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
MMB values diverse perspectives and encourages all qualified candidates to apply, even if they do not meet 100% of the preferred qualifications. Your unique skills and background might be just what we need!
+ Professional designation such as a CPA, CIA, CFE, CISA, or CRMA.
+ Experience in working with operational leadership, management and staff to discuss and deliver engagement and results.
+ Ability to, independently, create necessary programs and tools for audit assurance engagements.
Additional Requirements
Minnesota Management and Budget will conduct reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment. A criminal history does not automatically disqualify candidates, and each case will be reviewed individually on a case-by-case basis and in alignment with fair and equitable hiring practices.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
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